noun
plugging
PLUH-gihng
Plugging (noun) means the act of blocking a hole or gap, or of connecting something with a plug. Example: “Plugging the leak took most of the afternoon.”
noun
1
The act of blocking a hole or gap, or of connecting something with a plug.
"Plugging the leak took most of the afternoon."
2
(informal) The promoting of something, such as a product or one's own work.
"His constant plugging of the app annoyed his followers."
How to use plugging
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBlocking a gap, connecting a device, or (informally) promoting something.
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Rhymes for plugging
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What does “plugging” mean?
The word “plugging” means the act of blocking a hole or gap, or of connecting something with a plug. In plain terms, blocking a gap, connecting a device, or (informally) promoting something.
How do you pronounce “plugging”?
“Plugging” is pronounced PLUH-gihng (/ˈplʌɡɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “plugging” in a sentence?
Here is “plugging” used in a sentence: “Plugging the leak took most of the afternoon.”
What part of speech is “plugging”?
“Plugging” is a noun.
How many meanings does “plugging” have?
“Plugging” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of blocking a hole or gap, or of connecting something with a plug.
